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Alpert JCC Program Guide
3801 E. WILLOW STREET LONG BEACH, CA 90815
inside Sukkot Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Spitzer & Dershowitz - 92Y LIVE . . . . 2 FREE Hebrew Reading Class . . . . . . . 3 Ladies Movie Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Acting 101 - “CLUE”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 AJCC/Pete Davis Basketball . . . . . . . 4 Teen Xtreme Bowling Night . . . . . . . . 4 Youth Water Polo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center
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SUKKOT AT THE J
ADULTS
Eve Lunt, elunt@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1067
Eve Lunt, elunt@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1067
Sukkot Workshop Sun, Oct. 2, 1pm
92nd Street Y Lectures
This exceptional, interactive program was especially created by the National Jewish Outreach Program for Jews who would like to gain an appreciation and understanding of the history, customs and rituals associated with the joyous Sukkot holiday. Led by Judaic Specialist, Robyn Solovei.
This exciting interactive program brings special events from NYC’s 92nd Street Y, LIVE to Long Beach via satellite. Returning for the Fall 2011 season are community partners Jewish Federation, Temple Beth David, Temple Beth Shalom, Temple Israel, Shir Chadash and Shul by the Shore; we are excited to welcome Temple Beth Ohr this season as a new community partner. Admission is FREE to AJCC members & members of our partner synagogues.
Community Brown Bag Lunch in the Sukkah Sun, October 16, 1pm Bring your family, friends and a brown bag lunch to enjoy under the AJCC’s beautiful sukkah in the Lipeles Courtyard at the Alpert JCC. We’ll have kid’s crafts, as well as refreshments.
Eliot Spitzer & Alan Dershowitz
Ushpizot for Sukkot Tue, October 18, 7pm Sande Davida Gendel and Phyllis Kenigsberg invite women of all ages into the Alpert JCC sukkah at the AJCC. You’ll sing, nosh, and share short readings on matriarchs and inspiring women in history. Add to the list of Ushpizot (guests) by bringing a short reading about your favorite woman in Jewish history, the Bible, or one of your personal matriarchs. Please bring food to share from the harvest (fresh or dried fruits, foods reminding us of Israel, any healthy snack). Please RSVP to Eve Lunt for any or all of these Sukkot programs.
A Turning Point for the Middle East and the World Sun, October 2, 4pm Explore the hot topics of the day with two incisive & provocative voices of our time. Eliot Spitzer, former Governor of New York is an anchor of CNN’s In the Arena. Alan Dershowitz is a Professor of Law at Harvard Law & the author of many books. Audience members will have the opportunity to submit questions to both speakers. Rabbi Howard Laibson, of Congregation Shir Chadash, will lead a discussion after the lecture. Please visit our website for more programs from the Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y Fall 2011 Lecture Series.
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WELLNESS & FITNESS
Due to the High Holidays there will be no Rosh Chodesh meeting in October.
Dianna Villegas, dvillegas@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1056, 1051
Evening Mah Jongg Group Wed, October 5 & 19 7:30pm
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Lori Davidson, ldavidson@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1092
Kid’s Night Out is Parent’s Night Off
Join us at our ongoing bi-monthly game for intermediate & advanced players. The “J” will provide the room & hot java; you bring your 2011 card & set if you have one. Feel free to bring snacks to share with the group.
Sat, October 15, 5-9pm
Ladies Night at the Movies Please no beginners, this is not a class “Bridesmaids”
Diabetes Education & Management
For children 3 months & older Children will enjoy dinner, games, stories, music, and a movie. Program is for AJCC Members only. Advance registration & payment is required.
FREE/AJCC Member; $5/Public
Tue, October 25, 6:30pm
Thur, October 20, 9-11am
Cost per child:
It’s time for our monthly chick flick, so bring your BFF to the “J” for a movie, popcorn, chocolate and a Diet Coke. From the producer of Superbad, Knocked Up and The 40-Year-Old Virgin comes the breakout comedy critics are calling “hysterical!” Thirty-something Annie (Kristen Wiig) has hit a rough patch but finds her life turned completely upside down when she takes on the Maid of Honor role in her best friend Lillian’s (Maya Rudolph) wedding. Annie leads a hilarious hodgepodge of bridesmaids on a wild ride down the road to the big event.
A person diagnosed with diabetes faces many challenges. This class will discuss types of diabetes, medications, glucose intolerance, insulin resistance, nutrition concerns, equipment such as glucometers, syringes, insulin pumps, & managing their own care. Class led by a St Mary’s Medical Hospital Staff member. FREE/AJCC Members; FREE Public
$25-1st / $20-2nd / $10-3rd Babies under 12 months are $30 each
AJCC Poker Club Tue, October 18 6:30pm: Doors open for registration 7-10:30pm: Game Time A $10 late fee will be charged to players arriving after 7:10pm & are not guaranteed an RSVP seat. Join our friendly Texas Hold’Em Poker Club. Poker will be played, snacks and beverages will be served, and cash prizes will be won. RSVP’s suggested. $20/AJCC Member; $25/Public Cash only entry fee includes initial buy-In of $300 in chips. Re-Buys and Add-Ons are available through the first hour in $10 & $20 increments . RSVP to Eve Lunt, elunt@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1067
This film runs 125 min. and is rated R, for explicit language & adult references.
Please RSVP to Dianna L Villegas
SENIOR ADULTS Dr. Susan Mathieu, smathieu@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1721
$5/AJCC Member; $7/Public Pauline & Zena Gatov Gallery Presents:
My Jewish Long Beach Exhibition runs through October 24 Local artists, photographers & poets answer the question: “What is Judaism in Long Beach to you?” Whether it’s a painting of children celebrating Havdalah or a photograph of synagogue doors or the beauty of tikkun olam through poem, their creations are the answers to this question and will be on exhibit.
New York & Chicago Club Social
October 23-November 20 5 Sundays, 1-2:30pm The Alpert JCC is partnering with the National Jewish Outreach Program in Read Hebrew America and Canada (RHA/C.) This popular program, designed for those with little or no background in Hebrew, has already taught more than 214,000 North American Jews to read Hebrew. 77% of participants in this course go on to Level II Hebrew or the Crash Course in Jewish History, which will be offered later this winter. FREE
Amram Ebgi Exhibit runs Oct. 27-Dec 1 Master Printmaker Amram Ebgi has been creating beautiful art for decades, bringing the deeply symbolic and beloved images of his rich Jewish Heritage to a growing legion of adoring fans worldwide. Ebgi’s work has been permanently displayed in the Museum Collections of Yale, Princeton and UCLA, exhibited by museums and collected by avid fans in countries all around the world.
The ECE Dept. welcomed 15 teenaged volunteers into our classrooms this Summer. Two, who attend Cabrillo High School, were exploring career opportunities, four chose the JCC for High School community service requirement fulfillment, four enjoyed playing with the children before participating in JCC teen programs, and five were returning because of fond memories of attending the AJCC preschool. Regardless of their reason their enthusiasm and assistance in the classrooms were made manifest by the cheers of delight from the children and the warm reception by the teaching staff. Everyone in ECE program offer a heartfelt todah rabah (thank you) to all of them!
During this social, we’ll enjoy noshing & kibbitzing while we plan future events. Entertainment will follow. Remember, the world is run by people who show up.
Ongoing Senior Activities FREE Crash Course in Hebrew Reading, Level 1
Children & Teens Benefitted Mutually this Summer
Sun, October 30, 1-3pm
Please RSVP to Dr. Susan Mathieu
Returning by Popular Demand:
Call Alayna Cosores at (562)426-7601, ext. 1091 for info. and to register.
Alpert JCC Program Guide
Rosh Chodesh at the JCC
Knit Wits: Mon, 1pm Lunch Program: Wed, 12pm Mah Jongg Group: Thur, 12pm Book Club: 1st Thur of month, 1pm
GESHERCITY YOUNG ADULTS Susanne Katz, skatz@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1625
Check us out on facebook for monthly events & Programs at GesherCity LB Contact Susanne Katz for more info.
Contact Eve Lunt for more info. ext. 1067
The Barbara & Ray Alpert Jewish Community Center
There Are Still Openings! Yad b’ Yad Runs through January 18 Mondays & Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm For toddlers 17–24 months (with an adult) The children, with their parent or an adult, will get messy with paint, glue, playdough, water and sand. They’ll sing, learn finger plays, celebrate Jewish holidays, listen to stories, build tall towers, and meet new friends. Learning activities that involve the whole child on an experiential level will be pursued each class. Information for parents on timeproven techniques of raising children will be discussed and disseminated among the group. $400/AJCC Member; $616/Public
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YOUTH
SPORTS & RECREATION
Linda Keiles, lkeiles@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1047
Linda Keiles, lkeiles@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1047
Webby Dance Ages 2-4: Tue or Wed, 3-3:45pm Ages 4-7: Tue or Wed, 4–4:45pm Intro. to basics of tap, jazz & ballet with the leaders in kids’ dance instruction.
Continuing enrollment – join anytime! AJCC/Jenny McClintock’s Acting 101 Presents
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“Clue” An Interactive Theater Experience
Pee Wee Basketball
Sundays, 3-5pm For Youth & Teens Ages 7 & up Was it Colonel Mustard with the revolver in the Study or Miss Scarlet with the candelstick in the Dining Room? Grab a "clue" with acting instructor Jenny McClintock as she leads her troop of "suspects" on yet another acting adventure. Students will be involved in every aspect of the production from developing characters to costuming, making sets, & directing as they produce everyone’s favorite whodunit, "Clue."
Ages 3-5 Basketball skills and drills clinic for the younger set, with an emphasis on warm-ups, dribbling, ball-handling, defense, passing and shooting. Fun and non-competitive which is just right for kids playing basketball for the first time, and for those who want to brush up on their skills. $55/AJCC Member; 65/Public
MYART @ the “J” Showcase Troupe
•Parent & Me
Mondays, 6-8:30pm (times depending on group placement)
Ages 8 & up Troupe members train in dance, singing, and acting. The main goal of the program is to broaden community awareness of the stage arts as participants perform throughout the community.
TEENS For kids entering grades 6 & up Rachel Gordon, rgordon@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1023
J Crew Xtreme Bowling Sat, October 1, 9-11pm Join us for our first J Crew outing of the school year! Hang out with your friends and show off your bowling skills! Bring money for snacks. Please arrange transportation to and from AMF bowling alley: 12141 Valley View St. Garden Grove, CA 92845. $17 for bowling and shoes
Upcoming Events:
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Runs Through October 25 Mondays, 3–3:45pm
•Dinner & Color Me Mine •J Crew Chanukah Party •Volunteer Opportunities •College Entrance Workshops Check out our Facebook page & Alpert JCC website for more info.
Continuing enrollment – join anytime!
AQUATICS
Private Swim Lessons
Sensei Mac Martial Arts
Sascha Bryan-Zwick sbryanzwick@alpertjcc.org (562)426-7601, ext. 1035
One-on-one instruction for all ages with a Swim University instructor. Open spots call today! Visit website for more info.
All Ages: Sun, 9-10am
Masters Swim
•Pee Wee
Runs through October 26 Mon & Wed, 6:30-8pm
Ages 3-5: Wed, 3:45-4:45pm
Ages 14+ All Levels of swimmers are welcome
•Youth Ages 3-12
Sundays, 11:30am-12:30pm Wednesdays, 4:45–5:45pm Thursdays, 3–4pm
Year-Round Prep-Swim Team with Coach Rafe Montes Tue, Thur, 4:30-5:15pm
•Youth Sparring Sundays, 12:30-1:30pm Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30pm Ages 6-13
•Cardio Kick-Boxing Ages 18+: Sun, 10-11am & Wed, 6-7pm
•Self-Defense/MMA Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm Ages 18+
•Drop In Fee per class
Ages 5-12 Visit website for more info.
Swim to Catalina Swim Tracking Program
Year-Round Youth Swim Team with Coach Rafe Montes
Swim the 26 miles from Long Beach to Catalina Island in our heated swimming pool. Track your swim distance at the Aquatics office, every 66 laps equals one mile. After 26 miles you’ll get a “I swam from Long Beach to Catalina at the AJCC”T-shirt.
Mon-Thur, 5-6:30pm Fri, 4:30-5:30pm Ages 6-14
Check Web for More info
$15/AJCC Member; $25/Public
•Private Lessons with Mac: 15 minutes: $20/AJCC Member; $30/Public
30 minutes: $30/AJCC Member; $40/Public
60 minutes: $55/AJCC Member; $70/Public To arrange for private lessons, call Sensei Mac at (562)688-9994
Swim University Group Swim Lessons October 17-November 17 (5 wks) Ages 3-8 • Tiny tots • Beginner (1:4 ratio) • Gets kid water safe • Adv. Beginner (1:6 ratio) • Get Swim Team & Water Polo ready $75/AJCC Member; $90/Public
Water Polo October 17-November 17 (5 wks) FREE tryout the 1st week of class $50/AJCC Member; $60/Public
Continuing enrollment – join anytime! *Must be USA H2O POLO Member ($25-55 per yr)
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